ADELAIDE TO DARWIN GHAN PACKAGE

$3,397 per person* | 6 Day Adelaide to Darwin

3 – 8 August 2019 | The Ghan Package

Celebrating 90 Years

On the 4th of August 1929, The Ghan embarked on its first journey into the heart of Australia. To celebrate this historic occasion and mark 90 years, we are running a special departure – The 90th Anniversary Journey, which will be a train adventure like no other.

**THIS 90TH ANNIVERSARY DATE HAS NOW SOLD OUT. IF YOU WOULD STILL LIKE TO EXPERIENCE THE GHAN ASK US ABOUT ALTERNATIVE DATES**

Come on board for the ultimate three-day, two-night celebration across Australia and reflect on The Ghan’s incredible history and immerse yourself in the excitement and wonder of the modern-day experience, now considered among the world’s best rail journeys.

This wonderful anniversary package includes one night accommodation in Adelaide at the Stamford Grand, 3 days/2 nights aboard The Ghan (Adelaide to Darwin) in Gold Service (upgrade options available) including a 90th birthday celebration spectacular & 2 nights accommodation in Darwin at Rydges Darwin.

Be sure to pack your dancing shoes, as Great Southern Rail throws a spectacular 90th birthday party in the Outback as part of this exclusive journey. With special entertainment and a few other surprises along the way, this one-off journey will be remembered for years to come.

* Prices based on twin share. Single supplements apply for single travellers. Upgrade options available. Prices are subject to change. Ask us about adding airfares, transfers & sightseeing to complete your holiday package!

Itinerary

DAY 1 – ARRIVE ADELAIDE

Welcome to Adelaide. Explore the food and wine capital at your leisure after checking in to your accommodation.

OVERNIGHT: Stamford Grand

DAY 2 – BOARD THE GHAN IN ADELAIDE

Step aboard The Ghan in Adelaide for your unforgettable adventure to the Top End. As the train leaves the city heading for the Flinders Ranges and beyond, it’s your chance to settle in to your cabin and watch the changes in landscape from your very own window.

OVERNIGHT: 2 nights The Ghan

DAY 3 – THE GHAN, ALICE SPRINGS

After your first night enjoying the fine dining and relaxed luxury of this iconic train, you’ll wake to an amazing outback sunrise at Marla – a remote outpost 160 kilometres from the Northern Territory border that marks the start of the Oodnadatta Track. Enjoy more incredible outback scenery before arriving into Alice Springs early in the afternoon to enjoy an Off Train Excursion that reveals more of this historic outback town.

DAY 4 – THE GHAN, KATHERINE AND DARWIN

When the landscape transforms into the tropics as you head further north, prepare to experience one of the Top End’s most impressive natural wonders near Katherine. The stunning Nitmiluk Gorge lies within the massive 292,000 hectares of the Nitmiluk National Park. You’ll have the chance to explore it from the water with guided cruise options – an Off Train Excursion you’ll never forget. A few hours later, you’ll arrive in Darwin.

OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Rydges Darwin

DAY 5 & 6 –DARWIN

Take a stroll around Darwin, taking in the fascinating history at your leisure. Take in this tropical city, highlights including the Stokes Hill Wharf area, Botanic Gardens and the Chinese Temple, the Mooring Basin, and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory plus Darwin Aviation Museum.

3 days/2 nights Kakadu National Park Extension – Darwin return

What’s Included

• Kakadu National Park Ticket

• Accommodation

• Experienced Driver Guide

• Comprehensive commentary

• Travel in an air-conditioned coach

• 3 Lunches

Day 1 Darwin – Kakadu National Park

As this Short Break departs at 6.30am, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for the previous night.

Depart Darwin and travel along the Arnhem Highway, their major river systems and wetlands, into Kakadu National Park. Located 257 kilometres east of Darwin, this national park covers 20,000 square kilometres of landscape from rocky escarpment home to historic Aboriginal rock art dating back thousands of years, to floodplains abundant with wildlife. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. Join your local guide on a cruise of Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. After lunch, stop at Nourlangie, where your Driver Guide will lead you on a walk to view the rock art galleries. Included Meals: Lunch

Day 2 Kakadu – Darwin

This morning stop at Ubirr with a short walk to view Aboriginal rock art. Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater crocodiles. You’ll have an Aboriginal guide with you and with the special permission of the local people, you’ll be able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit Bowali Visitor Centre before returning to Darwin. Included Meals: Lunch

Day 3 Darwin – Litchfield National Park – Farewell Darwin

Litchfield National Park contains several types of typical Top End habitats including lush monsoon forests, termite mounds, unusual rock formations, waterfalls and cascades. The park encloses much of the spectacular Tabletop Range, which is a wide sandstone plateau mostly surrounded by cliffs.

During the green season four major waterfalls thunder from the cliffs to tropical rock pools many metres below. During the dry season, the waterfalls flow more gently, making the waterholes the perfect spot for a cool dip. The Park’s traditional owners are the Wagait Aboriginal people, many of whom live in the area.

We follow the Stuart Highway via the township of Batchelor to Litchfield National Park where we will visit the main falls. First stop is Florence Falls, where you have the opportunity for a scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine forest walk. There is also the chance for a swim by making your way down the stairs to the plunge pool below. Travel on to Tolmer Falls for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole at the base of the falls. Finally we visit Wangi Falls, with its large crystal clear pool, another relaxing spot for a swim. On the way back to Darwin we make a stop in at Howard Spring Nature Park, where you will have the chance to feed the Barramundi & Turtles. A great day for taking many fascinating photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds. Return to Darwin, arriving early evening, where your short break concludes. Included Meals: Lunch